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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

X79 JGMMOT history

X79 JGM is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 126,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2022.

X79 JGM silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2024
Mileage
126,351 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X79 JGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X79 JGM was last recorded at 126,351 miles on 21 Dec 2022, 4,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,681 miles · 3 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
4,670 miles
Average per year
4,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 126,351 miles
  • 2020 – 119,788 miles
  • 2019 – 108,520 miles
  • 2018 – 104,001 miles
  • 2017 – 98,154 miles
  • 2016 – 91,701 miles
  • 2015 – 85,381 miles
  • 2014 – 79,086 miles
  • 2013 – 74,549 miles
  • 2012 – 68,682 miles
  • 2011 – 66,530 miles
  • 2010 – 64,238 miles
  • 2009 – 62,149 miles
  • 2007 – 60,484 miles
  • 2006 – 55,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,351 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,351 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    126,351 miles
    Test number
    795679978164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail126,342 miles (+4,661)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,342 miles
    Test number
    839460023498
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass121,681 miles (+1,893)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    121,681 miles
    Test number
    365434614927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,788 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    119,788 miles
    Test number
    738740311051
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail119,788 miles (+11,268)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,788 miles
    Test number
    424531757011
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,520 miles (+4,519)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,520 miles
    Test number
    248276022913
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass104,001 miles (+5,847)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    104,001 miles
    Test number
    285265353744
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass98,154 miles (+6,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,154 miles
    Test number
    507726148114
    • AdvisoryFront Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass91,701 miles (+6,320)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,701 miles
    Test number
    219894574418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,381 miles (+6,295)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    85,381 miles
    Test number
    779649935180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,086 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,086 miles
    Test number
    315965034105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail79,081 miles (+4,532)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,081 miles
    Test number
    947314934103
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSee documents attached

  13. Pass74,549 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,549 miles
    Test number
    438195293082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  14. Fail74,549 miles (+5,867)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,549 miles
    Test number
    966834193032
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  15. Pass68,682 miles (+2,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    68,682 miles
    Test number
    957666672048
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass66,530 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    66,530 miles
    Test number
    669352861044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,238 miles (+2,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    64,238 miles
    Test number
    113276050465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass62,149 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    62,149 miles
    Test number
    360058729048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail62,149 miles (+1,665)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,149 miles
    Test number
    524328429087
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail60,484 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,484 miles
    Test number
    441613957392
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass60,484 miles (+5,015)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    60,484 miles
    Test number
    541613257374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    55,469 miles
    Test number
    341341226389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X79 JGM

Does X79 JGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X79 JGM expired on 2 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X79 JGM?
The MOT on X79 JGM expired on 2 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X79 JGM done?
X79 JGM was recorded at 126,351 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2022, an average of 4,404 miles a year.
Has X79 JGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X79 JGM has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on X79 JGM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on X79 JGM find?
X79 JGM passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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